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Mazda CX-7 reliability by build year

Coverage 2007-20121 named generationSUVPETROL / DIESEL

We've only got 417 MOT tests for Mazda CX-7 models built around 2011 (14 years old). Treat these numbers as a rough guide.

Not enough data

Mazda CX-7 built around 2011: not enough MOT data yet

We've only seen a handful of Mazda CX-7 models built around 2011 so far. Too few to spot a pattern yet.

Check a Mazda CX-7 by number plate

Key figure

Check a car’s number plate to see its own MOT record, or come back when there’s more MOT history.

Before you view it

What to check before viewing

The Mazda CX-7's most common MOT issues, turned into things to ask about or look for.

Independent inspection

High priority

Have an independent specialist inspect the car before you commit.

Brake discs

High priority

Ask for the date and mileage of the last disc replacement; visually check for a deep wear lip and rust pitting on each disc.

Suspension

Worth checking

Inspect the suspension carefully and ask the seller for repair history.

Tyres

Worth checking

Check tread depth across the full width on all four; uneven wear suggests alignment or suspension issues.

Suspension bushes and joints

Worth checking

Listen for knocks over speed bumps and ask about recent control-arm or anti-roll-bar work.

Suspension

Worth checking

Inspect the suspension carefully and ask the seller for repair history.

Vehicle-specific check

Worth checking

Check the car’s number plate on MOT Wise to see its own MOT history and any recalls for its build years.

By build year

How build years differ

Use the build-year guide below to separate newer build years from older ones.

Find your CX-7's generation

Each card below is a different generation. Select your year and we'll highlight the match.

CX-7 ER

ER (2007-2012)

Not enough tests to rate
PETROLDIESEL

27.6% fail rate, built around 2012 (13 years old)

Likely between 22.2% and 33.7%

Fails about as often as the average car this age (about 3 in 10 MOTs, 27.7%)

From 232 MOT tests at this ageView details →

Not sure which one you're looking at?

Match your build year to its generation, then see the fail rates for those build years of the Mazda CX-7.

See every build year for the Mazda CX-7

By age

Mazda CX-7 fail rate by age

This chart combines every Mazda CX-7 ever sold. It's good for the big picture. For one generation, scroll up to the build-year cards.

Below typicalAbove typicalHigh (28% or more)Highest fail rate
Age / builtFail rateMOT tests
13 yearsbuilt around 2012
23227.6%
14 yearsbuilt around 2011
41731.6%
15 yearsbuilt around 2010
28231.9%
16 yearsbuilt around 2009
16336.2%
17 yearsbuilt around 2008
15132.5%

Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs. Highest fail rate at 16 years old.

All generations of this model

What goes wrong most often on 14-year-old Mazda CX-7 models

These issues come from 14-year-old Mazda CX-7 models, every generation combined.

All generations of this modelNot enough data

Most common advisories and fails

In order of the share of MOT tests that recorded each one

  1. 1
    Advisory

    Suspension part corroded, but not seriously weakened

    29.5%
    Advisory: 278Fail: 4 (1% of the times it was found)
  2. 2
    Advisory

    Tyre worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edge

    28.5%
    Advisory: 201Fail: 6 (3% of the times it was found)
  3. 3
    Advisory

    Suspension arm pin or bush worn, but not moving too much

    25.7%
    Advisory: 171Fail: 21 (11% of the times it was found)
  4. 4
    Advisory

    Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    16.6%
    Advisory: 95Fail: 2 (2% of the times it was found)
  5. 5
    Advisory

    Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    13.9%
    Advisory: 39Fail: 28 (42% of the times it was found)

Based on 417 MOT tests on 14-year-old Mazda CX-7 models, every generation combined.

All generations of this model

Issues that often appear together

The pairs seen most often when an MOT on 14-year-old Mazda CX-7 models notes problems with more than one part of the car.

Issues that often appear together on this model

All generations of this modelEnough data
  1. Body & structure + Suspension40%
  2. Brakes + Suspension38%
  3. Lighting + Suspension38%
  4. Suspension + Tyres32%

Both were noted at the same test. That doesn't mean one caused the other.

Across 282 MOT tests on Mazda CX-7 cars built around 2011 (14 years old) where more than one part of the car was noted.

Still registered

How many are still registered, and recalls

How many of these are still registered in the UK, and what's been recalled across the model.

How many are still registered

Not enough registration data to show this for the Mazda CX-7.

The share still registered can reflect demand, the cost of repairs, exports, write-offs and how owners use the car. It isn't proof of how long the car lasts mechanically.

Recall context

2 recalls in all

Both Mazda CX-7 recalls cover cars built in these years.

  • 2 recalls

Top concerns

  • Takata passenger airbag inflators may not operate as intended
  • Lower balljoint may fail

For the exact car, check GOV.UK's recall checker with the number plate.

Like-for-like

Other SUVs to compare

Other SUVs to compare

  1. 1

    Porsche Cayenne

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    15.3%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    6%
    Dangerous
    3.9%
    Still registered at 10 years
    84.8%

    Lower fail rate: 15.3%, against 31.7% for the Mazda CX-7, both built around 2011.

    1,258 MOT tests on cars built around 2011

  2. 2

    BMW X5

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    18.8%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    6.3%
    Dangerous
    5.3%
    Still registered at 10 years
    86.6%

    Lower fail rate: 18.8%, against 31.7% for the Mazda CX-7, both built around 2011.

    12 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.

    4,190 MOT tests on cars built around 2011

  3. 3

    Audi Q7

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    18.7%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    6%
    Dangerous
    6.4%
    Still registered at 10 years
    90.6%

    Lower fail rate: 18.7%, against 31.7% for the Mazda CX-7, both built around 2011.

    2,037 MOT tests on cars built around 2011

  4. 4

    BMW X3

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    21.6%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    5%
    Dangerous
    5.3%
    Still registered at 10 years
    93.6%

    Lower fail rate: 21.6%, against 31.7% for the Mazda CX-7, both built around 2011.

    10 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.

    2,928 MOT tests on cars built around 2011

Fail rate
= the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests.
Fail, no pass in 3 days
= the share of MOT tests that failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted.
Dangerous
= the share of MOT tests where the tester marked a fault as dangerous. It is against the law to drive the car until it is fixed.
Still registered at 10 years
= the share of cars still registered (taxed or declared off the road) 10 years after they were first registered.

Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Built around 2011 (14 years old), the Mazda CX-7 across all generations combined fails MOTs slightly more often than typical for this age. This is based on 417 14-year-old MOT tests from DVSA data. Each retest counts as a test.

These figures come from DVSA's MOT records. Across every Mazda CX-7 ever sold: 1,245 tests. The main figures are for cars built around 2011 (14 years old): 417 tests. They are a guide, not a guarantee. Always inspect the car or have a mechanic check it.